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Charles James: Genius Deconstructed

 

Out in Chicago

 

Lincoln Park Block by Block

 

Lincoln's Chicago

Lincoln was a frequent visitor to Chicago; The city became his second home and political headquarters during his rise to prominence. This gallery features portraits of Lincoln’s contemporaries with lithograph views of Chicago created in the 1860s. The pairings provide a glimpse of the city that Lincoln knew—a dynamic young metropolis on the verge of greatness.

Abraham Lincoln

As president, Abraham Lincoln faced our nation’s greatest crisis—the Civil War. His resolve to save the Union and radical decision to end slavery transformed America. This intimate exhibition highlights Lincoln’s election in 1860, his leadership during the Civil War, and his tragic assassination. Together these stories honor a great leader whose legacy endures.

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Unexpected Chicago

 

Upcoming Exhibits

 

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Crossroads

 

Children's Gallery

 

The Dioramas

 

Facing Freedom

 

Treasures

 

More Exhibitions

 

Costume & Textile